KPop Demon Hunters Balloons to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as giant balloons.
This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade.
A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters
One could easily claim that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to see the balloons up close!
